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What are The Charges for Abuse of Marijuana in Fort Myers, Florida?
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7/19/2019
In order for you to avoid being charged with marijuana possession, you need to comply with certain Florida laws. Consult Peter Dennis Law for legal action in Fort Myers, FL.

In Florida, Marijuana was legalized for used as a medicine for patients with medical conditions such as epilepsy or with similar conditions. It is also given to those who are terminally ill.  Although its use is allowed in limited ways, you can still be penalized for recreational use. In order for you to  avoid  being charged with  marijuana possessionyou need to comply with certain Florida laws.

 

You should have a valid prescription of the drug. The laws covering a marijuana possession charge in Florida laws are complex and these laws are subject to change by legislators anytime, so you need to stay up to date on the changes of this law to follow it. It may be better if you talk to a marijuana possession Fort Myers FL attorney, Peter Dennis Law, especially if you or your loved one has been actually charged.

 

So what are the charges for abuse of marijuana in the Sunshine State?

 

It is illegal even if you have a medical condition to possess marijuana in quantities that are not prescribed by doctors. There are certain charges for abuse of Marijuana in Florida depending on how you have been caught with this plant. Possession can be charged with two-year driver’s license suspension and more depending on how it is discovered and the weight of the substances discovered in your possession. The number of substances weighed controls how you should be charged. Illegal use of this substance may give you one to five years in jail

 

If you are charged with manufacturing, sale or delivery your charges may differ in the amount of marijuana you manufacture, sell or deliver. If the delivery or sale is less than 20 grams you can be found guilty of first-degree misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year of probation or in jail or a combination of both. Two-year drivers license suspension is also given to the charged

 

If you are caught growing plants or selling marijuana in areas that are considered “drug free” you are charged a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in jail. Also, a mandatory fines and community services is imposed. If caught selling marijuana you will be charged third-degree felony punishable by jail for up to five to 15 years.

 

Marijuana possession  is a serious crime and can affect your permanent record that will hinder your civil liberties and employment. If you are facing charges, find an experienced marijuana possession Fort Myers FL lawyer who can represent you in court. Getting the right lawyer who can handle your case is important since your liberty is at stake. This means that your life, your future, and that of your family’s are in the hands of the lawyer that you will choose. In doing so, it is good to choose wisely.

For a solid representation in court, you can contact the office of Peter M. Dennis Law P.A. at (239) 800-0399. You can also send an email of query at https://www.peterdennislaw.com/contact. Avail of the free initial consultation when you contact today. All hotlines are available 24/7 for your assistance.

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